Melon gazpacho

Melon gazpacho

If you don't like the idea of cold soup, let this recipe change your mind. Sweet, salty and a little bit spicy, this fresh and cooling melon gazpacho adds a much needed chill to even the hottest of days. 

And, if there was ever a week to give this a try, this one is it. No heat required–because you're hot enough.

Gazpacho to the rescue. 

    Here's the method:

    Serves 4

    • Roughly chop all your ingredients and add them to a large bowl.
    • Juice your lemon and add the lemon juice, salt, pepper and olive oil to your bowl of chopped ingredients. 
    • Mix well and leave in the fridge overnight to macerate.
    • Blend with an immersion blender or pop into a standard blender or food processor.
    • Add water until the soup is to the desired consistency, adjusting the seasoning with salt and more lemon if needed.
    • Finish with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a few extra cubes of melon.
    Recommended by us:

    If you're after more of a peppery kick, then we'd recommend using our Spanish extra virgin olive oil from Marina in Andalucía.

    Join the Olive Oil Club

    We travel the world to seek out remarkable independent producers, sourcing some of the best olive oils out there. For a revolving selection of exclusive, small batch EVOOs...
    SHOP NOW

    You may also like...

    Elderflower, pistachio, and olive oil cake

    The days are getting longer, the sun is shining, and elderflower flowers are beginning to bloom. Tangy Greek yoghurt and softly peppery EVOO pair deliciously with the sweetness of elderflower for a perfectly balanced bite.   Enjoy the flavours of the season with this recipe from Elleni Katalanos. Polenta not only adds more texture and flavour but it also makes this an ideal naturally gluten-free option for all. Make your slice *extra* and serve it with a dollop of Greek yoghurt, a touch of...


    Greek loaded olive oil dip

    Parsley and oregano bring out the notes of fresh herbs, and the saltiness of the  feta and olives balance the rich buttery flavour of this Spartan oil. This bowl of gold is the attention your olive oil deserves. Created exclusively by chef and recipe creator Anna Whitley for April’s Olive Oil Club EVOO, this dip is a taste of Greece.  To max out on flavour and retain its high nutritional value use extra virgin olive oil should be used within 45 days to 3 months of opening. So, make way for ...


    Hake and spring greens with EVOO aioli.

    Sustainably sourced wild Cornish hake, spring vegetables, and May's vibrant, fruity Club extra virgin olive oil from Albacete create a beautifully simple, light dish that allows the natural flavours of each ingredient to shine through.   Seasonal eating—whether it’s from the ground, land or sea—is such a simple, but effective way to eat a delicious and wonderfully varied diet. “It’s at the heart of everything I cook,” says James Holdsworth, chef and creator behind this recipe.  Our top tip:...


    Follow us on instagram

    x